Please see below the 2023-2024 course descriptions:
International Civil Litigation in U.S. Courts (2 credits)
Professor Kevin McElroy, Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University
The expansion of international trade and investment in recent years has greatly increased the significance of civil litigation involving foreign parties and transactions in U.S. courts. Such litigation raises concerns not usually present in civil litigation between domestic parties: the application of international and foreign law, the proper role of courts in resolving disputes that might affect foreign policy, and the possibility of conflict between state and federal regulation of foreign commerce. In addressing these concerns, courts have attempted to balance competing domestic and foreign interests and to minimize judicial intrusion in foreign affairs.
This course examines selected topics in international civil litigation and determines how successful the courts have been. Topics include jurisdiction of U.S. courts over foreign defendants, service of process abroad, forum selection, gathering of evidence abroad, the Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act, extraterritorial application of U.S. law, and the recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments.
Intersections: A Comparative Introduction to the Relationship Between Tax, Poverty and Race (2 credits)
Professor Janice Shih, University of Baltimore School of Law
This comprehensive study offers a comparative analysis, delving into the U.S. tax system in comparison with Germany, dissecting anti-poverty tools such as the Earned Income Tax Credit and Child Tax Credit in the United States, New Zealand and Canada, and unearthing the racial impact of ostensibly race-neutral tax policies.
No prior tax experience is required to take this course. By the end, you'll possess a profound understanding of these interconnected issues, enabling you to navigate tax systems for future financial goals, comprehend their social implications, and advocate for equity.